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Apply and Predict: Time Series Forecasting in Excel

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Define forecasting concepts and analyze low, medium, and high emission scenarios.

  • Apply weighted and exponential averages for climate data forecasting.

  • Perform correlation and regression modeling to predict outcomes in Excel.

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Assessments

19 assignments

Taught in English

There are 5 modules in this course

By the end of this course, learners will be able to apply forecasting concepts, analyze real-world datasets, detect seasonal trends, construct regression models, and predict future outcomes with Microsoft Excel. They will practice using weighted and exponential averages to capture data trends, explore correlations and regression analysis for deeper insights, and forecast scenarios such as climate projections and workforce attrition.

Unlike generic Excel training, this course uniquely blends statistical forecasting techniques with practical applications across two high-impact domains: climate analysis and human resources (HR) analytics. Learners will work hands-on with authentic datasets, from climate emission scenarios to employee attrition records, ensuring they gain transferable, industry-relevant skills. Completing this course empowers participants to confidently visualize, interpret, and forecast time series data, enabling stronger decision-making for academic, professional, and research purposes. With Excel as the primary tool, learners gain accessible yet powerful forecasting expertiseβ€”no programming or advanced statistical software required.

This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of time series analysis and climate forecasting using Microsoft Excel. It explores low, medium, and high emission scenarios of the 21st century, helping learners build a strong foundation in interpreting climate projections through Excel tools.

What's included

8 videos4 assignments

8 videosβ€’Total 34 minutes
  • Introduction to Projectβ€’4 minutes
  • Forecasting with Excelβ€’3 minutes
  • 21st Century in Low Emission Scenarioβ€’7 minutes
  • 21st Century in Low Emission Scenario Continueβ€’5 minutes
  • 21st Century in Medium Emission Scenarioβ€’5 minutes
  • 21st Century in Medium Emission Scenario Continueβ€’4 minutes
  • 21st Century in High Emission Scenarioβ€’4 minutes
  • 21st Century in High Emission Scenario Continueβ€’4 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Graded - Foundations of Forecasting in Excelβ€’30 minutes
  • Getting Started with Forecastingβ€’10 minutes
  • Exploring Future Climate Scenarios (Part 1)β€’10 minutes
  • Exploring Future Climate Scenarios (Part 2)β€’10 minutes

This module focuses on advanced techniques such as weighted averages and exponential averages for forecasting climate data. Learners will gain hands-on experience in handling multi-scenario datasets, applying statistical methods, and interpreting temperature projections with improved accuracy.

What's included

10 videos4 assignments

10 videosβ€’Total 42 minutes
  • Calculating Annual Minimum Temperature Average LESβ€’1 minute
  • Weighted Average Maximum Temperature LESβ€’4 minutes
  • Weighted Average Minimum Temperatureβ€’3 minutes
  • Weighted Average Temperature 2A and 2Bβ€’3 minutes
  • Weighted Average Max Temperature MESβ€’5 minutes
  • Weighted Average Minimum Temperature HESβ€’5 minutes
  • Weighted Average Max Temperature HESβ€’5 minutes
  • Exponential Average Minimum Temperature Best Scenarioβ€’7 minutes
  • Exponential Average Maximum Temperature Best Scenario Continueβ€’5 minutes
  • Exponential Average Minimum Temperature Normal Scenarioβ€’4 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Graded - Advanced Temperature Forecasting Techniquesβ€’30 minutes
  • Weighted Averages for Climate Insightsβ€’10 minutes
  • Weighted Averages Across Scenariosβ€’10 minutes
  • Exponential Averages for Scenario Forecastingβ€’10 minutes

This module advances into correlation studies and regression models for predictive analytics. Learners will understand how minimum and maximum temperatures are interrelated across scenarios and how to use simple and multiple regression techniques to predict climate outcomes.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 87 minutes
  • Exponential Average Maximum Temperature Normal Scenario Continueβ€’5 minutes
  • Exponential Average Minimum Temperature Worst Scenarioβ€’5 minutes
  • Exponential Average Maximum Temperature Worst Scenario Continueβ€’6 minutes
  • Correlated MES Min and Max Temperatureβ€’13 minutes
  • Correlated HES Min and Max Temperatureβ€’13 minutes
  • Simple Regression LES and HES Max Temperatureβ€’11 minutes
  • Simple Regression MES and Max Temperatureβ€’11 minutes
  • Simple Regression HES and Max Temperatureβ€’10 minutes
  • Multiple Regression Range Predictionβ€’14 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Graded - Correlations & Regression Modelsβ€’30 minutes
  • Exponential Forecasting in Challenging Scenariosβ€’10 minutes
  • Exploring Correlations Across Scenariosβ€’10 minutes
  • Building Regression Models for Predictionβ€’10 minutes

This module introduces the fundamentals of time series analysis using Microsoft Excel, focusing on employee attrition data. Learners will prepare datasets, apply essential and advanced Excel formulas, and calculate overall and quarterly attrition. The module emphasizes building strong analytical skills and preparing accurate datasets for deeper forecasting tasks.

What's included

7 videos3 assignments

7 videosβ€’Total 51 minutes
  • Introduction to Projectβ€’5 minutes
  • Employee Dataβ€’5 minutes
  • Formula Part 1β€’8 minutes
  • Formula Part 2β€’7 minutes
  • Formula Part 3β€’6 minutes
  • Overall Attritionβ€’8 minutes
  • Quarter Attritionβ€’12 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 50 minutes
  • Foundations of Time Series in Excelβ€’30 minutes
  • Project Setup and Data Preparation β€’10 minutes
  • Formulas & Core Attrition Analysis β€’10 minutes

This module advances into trend visualization, seasonality recognition, and forecasting techniques for HR attrition. Learners will use moving averages and trend lines to uncover hidden patterns, analyze recurring seasonal effects, and build Excel-based forecasting models. Additionally, they will evaluate attrition at department and organizational levels to generate actionable HR insights.

What's included

9 videos4 assignments

9 videosβ€’Total 71 minutes
  • Quarter Attrition Trend Line Chartβ€’12 minutes
  • Moving Averageβ€’4 minutes
  • Moving Average Continueβ€’8 minutes
  • Seasonality Part 1β€’7 minutes
  • Seasonality Part 2β€’4 minutes
  • Seasonality Part 3β€’6 minutes
  • Forecastingβ€’13 minutes
  • Departmentβ€’8 minutes
  • Level Modelβ€’10 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Trend Analysis, Seasonality & Forecastingβ€’30 minutes
  • Trend Lines & Moving Averages β€’10 minutes
  • Seasonality Deep Dive β€’10 minutes
  • Forecasting & Level Modeling β€’10 minutes

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